WSET names new CEO
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has appointed former Treasury Wine Estates’ executive as its new CEO, succeeding Ian Harris.
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WSET toasts record number despite China suspension
WSET has reported that a record number of students for 2020-2021 academic year, buoyed by strong growth from the US, despite its operation suspension in China.
Breaking: WSET suspends operation in China
The WSET, the largest global provider of wines and spirits qualifications, has suspended its operation in China indefinitely, after it was reported that the education provider allegedly failed to comply with the country’s education laws and non-governmental organization (NGO) management law.
Wine Scholar Guild appoints Asia ambassador
The Wine Scholar Guild (WSG) has appointed an ambassador for Asia, its fastest-growing market so far, to drive its regional growth.
WSET student numbers hit by Covid, as US becomes biggest market
WSET’s global student number took a hit because of Covid-19, and China is no longer its biggest market.
WSET launches education fund for students in Asia Pacific
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has launched a fund to provide assistance to at least 200 students in Asia Pacific each year to help further their studies in wine and spirits.
Exclusive interview with Gus Zhu, first Chinese national Master of Wine
At the age of 31, Gus Zhu MW made history by becoming the first Chinese national to achieve the Master of Wine title after grueling examinations and tastings.
Entries open for Shaw + Smith Scholarship 2020
Following a successful debut in 2018, the second edition of Shaw + Smith Scholarship program scheduled for 2020 is now open for entries for wine professional.